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Exposing Medicare Scams: The 2026 Tricks You Need to Know

Exposing Medicare Scams: The 2026 Tricks You Need to Know

by Matt Feret | Oct 27, 2025 | Medicare Advice

Let’s get to what you actually care about: Is someone trying to hijack your Medicare, your money, or your identity? During AEP the noise gets loud—calls, texts, door-knocks—and scammers hide inside that chaos. This guide shows you the exact playbook they’re using for...
Medicare Advantage Extra Benefits in 2026: What’s New, What’s Going Away

Medicare Advantage Extra Benefits in 2026: What’s New, What’s Going Away

by Matt Feret | Oct 23, 2025 | Medicare Advice

The “extras” everyone talks about are changing again. Every fall, people ask me the same question: “Are they adding more benefits this year?” The short answer: some are, some aren’t. In 2026, Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are shuffling the deck again — tweaking...
The Biggest Mistakes People Make During Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period

The Biggest Mistakes People Make During Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period

by Matt Feret | Oct 21, 2025 | Medicare Advice

Every Year, Millions of People Get This Wrong. Let’s be honest — Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) can feel like a chore. The ads start flying, your mailbox fills up, and suddenly everyone’s talking about “reviewing your coverage.” But here’s the thing: this...
All the Hidden Costs of Medicare (and How to Avoid Them)

All the Hidden Costs of Medicare (and How to Avoid Them)

by Matt Feret | Oct 18, 2025 | Medicare Advice

You care about one thing: “Am I going to pay more next year?” Maybe your premium looks the same and you got a “nothing’s changing” letter. Reality check: costs often move somewhere else—in your out-of-pocket limit, drug tiers, specialist visits, extras, or networks....
Out-of-Pocket Maximums in 2026: What They Cover (and Don’t)

Out-of-Pocket Maximums in 2026: What They Cover (and Don’t)

by Matt Feret | Oct 16, 2025 | Medicare Advice

If you’ve ever said, “I picked a plan with a $0 premium, so I’m covered,” you’re not alone — but you’re not exactly right, either. The truth is, your premium is just one piece of the puzzle. What really matters when something major happens — a hospital stay, surgery,...
Your AEP Game Plan: How to Review Plans Without Getting Overwhelmed

Your AEP Game Plan: How to Review Plans Without Getting Overwhelmed

by Matt Feret | Oct 14, 2025 | Medicare Advice

The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is your once-a-year chance to review your Medicare coverage and make it work for you. Will your doctor still be in-network next year? Will your medications cost more? If you skip the review, you could wake up to surprises. Here’s how...
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